Chapter 130 The Power of Double Pupils, Peeping into Secrets
His double pupils were an unusual feature, captivating and mesmerizing.
Li Xian's striking features were already exceptionally handsome, marked by a vertical mole between his eyebrows. Adding to this were his unusually large, double-lidded eyes, giving him an imposing and domineering air. Anyone who saw this extraordinary appearance would surely be moved.
This is what it means for an immortal to descend to earth.
The Qi Lake grew rapidly, its waves surging, reaching over ten zhang in length.
Its strength was overwhelming, as if it could tear tigers and leopards apart and capture dragons with its bare hands.
Li Xian's breathing became long and even as she subtly sensed the changes within herself. The itching in her eyes ceased, and the flow of time seemed to slow down.
He was doing a handstand, the world upside down in his eyes. A more exquisite panorama of all things unfolded before him.
Mosquitoes in the distance, mud on the grass, the vibrations of cicadas chirping on tree trunks, the patterns on their wings, the veins of leaves…
Numerous details are presented before your eyes.
He gazed into the distance, and what he saw became even farther and wider. The night was like an inky veil, yet it could not obscure his vision.
You can see distant mountain peaks, pass through gaps in the trees, see streams flowing, and deer and animals drinking water in the forest.
His eyesight is terrifying!
These kinds of details are always around us. But due to limitations in eyesight, we can see them but not perceive them, which diminishes much of the enjoyment.
"Um?"
Li Xian suddenly felt that the courtyard wall was transparent. He focused his attention and circulated his internal energy to his eyes. His vision could even pass through the wall.
In the distance, two guards were seen idly chatting on a stone bench in a courtyard, seemingly taking a break from their work.
Li Xian changed her perspective.
He looked towards the Xia Dan Pavilion, wanting to peek at the alchemy techniques.
Instead, what one sees first is a beautiful scene of spring in full bloom, breathtakingly beautiful, like bathing in spring water.
"Does alchemy require undressing? Madam truly lives up to her reputation as a renowned beauty in the martial world, with such a figure, such..." Li Xian stroked his chin, observing with great interest.
Li Xianshi is not an honest man. He has been blessed with wisdom in two lifetimes. Although he adheres to his original intentions, he is also gradually adapting to the rules of this world.
Even heroes find it hard to resist the charms of a beautiful woman; it's in a man's nature. Li Xian is resolute and claims he can resist the charms of a beautiful woman, but he dares not say he is not attracted to beauty.
The lady moved with graceful steps, her skin as smooth as jade, yet glowing with a faint reddish hue in the firelight.
They are observing the elixir inside the furnace.
Under the intense heat, the medicinal herbs fused together, gradually forming the prototype of an elixir.
With such a promising start and nearing completion, Madam Wen was in high spirits. She thought to herself, "If this pill is successfully completed, my strength will reach a new level, which will give me an even greater advantage at the Dragon Banquet."
Suddenly sensing something amiss, her joy vanished, and her brows furrowed.
She flipped her hand, sucking the transparent gauze back into her grasp, then turned and draped the garment over herself.
However, this garment was not originally made for covering up.
It serves no purpose whatsoever, but instead adds to the hazy beauty.
The lady's face was grim, her eyes filled with surprise and doubt. The feeling was still there. She said in a low voice, "Who are you, you villain? Do you have a death wish?"
After a moment, the lady's anger subsided, replaced by confusion. The alchemy pavilion was airtight and had no windows or other structural features.
Where does this glint of light come from? Could it be an illusion? And with her strength, if someone around her harbors ill intentions, how could they escape her perception?
Li Xian was secretly surprised, knowing that his wife had keen senses and had noticed someone watching her. Although this "clairvoyance" ability was wonderful, he dared not abuse it in front of others.
Another breath passed.
My eyes were tired and bloodshot, so I had no choice but to close them and rest for half an hour.
The next day.
early morning.
Li Xian sat cross-legged, and when he opened his eyes, the strange appearance in them had faded. But his eyes were even more profound, containing a sharp glint.
After a night of pondering.
[Double pupils] are truly extraordinary, possessing the power to frighten away dragons and tigers, the strength to rival dragons and elephants, and the ability to see even the smallest details.
Li Xian's dual appearance is already astonishing and inconceivable. The red mole between his eyebrows is so conspicuous that it can be seen at a glance.
These heterochromatic eyes can be used as a trump card.
Moreover, double pupils have their own deterrent effect; once they open, their aura is too intimidating.
To prevent theft, the village kept dozens of wolfhounds, which were kept near the west courtyard. Li Xian's double pupils swept over them, and all the wolfhounds fell silent, urinating and howling in pain.
This clearly demonstrates the severity of this unusual phenomenon.
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Shizhailou (食斋楼).
"Commander, it seems... you've changed again?"
At noon, after the guards finished their patrol, Ding Hu and Li Xian had their meal at the vegetarian restaurant.
The dishes at the vegetarian restaurant were simple, not as visually appealing or fragrant as those in the city's restaurants. However, the ingredients were of good quality, and the portions of meat soup and vegetables were very generous.
The highest-grade meal at the vegetarian restaurant is the one featuring beef and mutton, with occasional medicinal dishes to strengthen the body.
Ding Hu stared intently at Li Xian, his heart pounding, unconsciously feeling a mixture of fear, apprehension, and respect.
Li Xian said calmly, "It's an illusion."
Ding Hu said, "Commander Li, you displayed great prowess last time, making you famous not only in our village but also in Qingning County."
"Is that so?" Li Xian said dismissively.
Ding Hu reminded him, "Commander Li, the weather is nice today, so the armory in the manor should also be tidied up."
"Arsenal?" Li Xian asked, puzzled.
Ding Hu said, "You are young and your martial arts are extraordinary, but you have only been here for a short time and there are some things you don't know. When Commander Pang was in power, every few years, he would take out the armory equipment and wash and dry it with spring water."
“That armory is where we select our weapons. All our swords, spears, and clubs come from there. But you probably haven’t been there. This narrow sword of yours was directly handed over to the previous guard.”
“I keep hearing people in the city panicking, saying that the Yellow Dragon Army is coming. I thought we should take some precautions, let those iron weapons see the light of day, and let everyone practice.”
"If they really attack, we won't be in such a panic, will we? Commander Li, what do you think..."
Upon hearing this, Li Xian thought to himself, "I started as a menial laborer and rose through the ranks to become a commander. My weapon is nothing more than a narrow sword. I had no idea there was an armory. This Ding Hu is indeed quite useful."
Li Xian always had a strategy of showing one trick up his sleeve while keeping another hidden. Although the matter of Huang Longjun was not yet settled, he had already taken precautions and made arrangements in advance.
He patted Ding Hu on the shoulder and praised him, "You gave me a good reminder. It's still early today; there's more than an hour before the afternoon inspection."
"You shall gather everyone and lead the way to the armory!"
Ding Hu accepted the order. He thought to himself that Commander Li was decisive and swift in his actions, never delaying. Since he took office, the sycophantic behavior of the guards had greatly changed, which was a good thing.
It won't be long.
Everyone had gathered, but Li Xian did not know the location of the armory, so Ding Hu led the way.
The village covers a vast area. It has mountains, forests and lakes. Deep in a forest, a small house covered with vines comes into view.
The plaque bears the words "Arsenal," but the characters are severely damaged due to lack of maintenance.
"I heard from Commander Pang that when Madam first came here to establish her estate, she wanted to live a peaceful life and improve her martial arts. However, the local powerful families were not convinced and, seeing that Madam occupied a vast area, even tried to seize it."
"Commander Pang stood up for his wife and dealt with them. After several battles, Commander Pang won a great victory, and many weapons were seized at that time."
"In addition, over the years, several martial arts masters have tried to investigate Yihe Manor. Some were stopped by Commander Pang, while others were dealt with by Madam. Their strange weapons have also been added to the armory."
Ding Hu said.
Push the door open.
A chilling aura swept in, plunging the room into complete darkness. Ding Hu lit a tinderbox, intending to ignite the oil lamp in the room. However, due to the overwhelming cold and malevolent energy within, the lamp extinguished itself as soon as he entered.
After several attempts, they finally managed to light the three oil lamps in the room.
Looking around, swords, spears, and clubs were commonplace, everywhere you looked. Besides these, large iron shields, meteor hammers, tridents… and other weapons were a refreshing sight for Li Xian.
The guards worked together to move the weapons to a spacious open area.
Wash with well water, then ferment and dry.
Some people, suddenly seized by a playful impulse, tried waving it around a few times. A whooshing sound of wind could be heard from time to time.
Li Xian looked around curiously, his gaze landing on a stone sword.
"Commander Li, this stone sword was once wielded by a master swordsman. It was a heavy sword with no edge; with a light flick, it could shatter the earth."
"It would take four or five guards to barely lift it."
Ding Hu explained.
"Yeah?"
Li Xian held the sword hilt and with a gentle effort, lifted it from the shelf. He then casually swung it twice, creating a muffled whistling sound.
If it hits a person, at best it will break bones and mangle flesh, leaving them half-dead. At worst, it will break their waist and kill them instantly.
"It's not very heavy." Li Xian tossed it lightly and caught it again, treating the stone sword like a toy.
Ding Hu stared in disbelief, his mouth agape in astonishment. He had carried this sword before, and it was with Pang Long. They had walked three miles together, a journey that had exhausted them both.
I had pain all over my body, and it took more than half a month to get better.
After regaining my senses, I gave a thumbs up, my heart filled with admiration.
Commander Li is no ordinary man!
"There are quite a few good tools here. That stone sword from earlier was quite good; it was very easy to use."
"Commander Pang said something that is not wrong. Martial artists should try out various martial arts to accumulate their own knowledge and experience. Finally, they should choose one that they are good at and study it in depth."
"The broader one's knowledge, the more composed one will be when facing an enemy. Only by combining the strengths of many can one become a master."
"I might as well take this opportunity to choose a weapon and learn a new martial art. I can change my equipment."
His gaze fell on a long spear.
This spear emits a silvery light, its cold gleam dazzling, and it feels icy to the touch. The butt of the spear is spherical, containing a single-shot pill.
When he wielded the spear, the spearhead bounced wildly, making a series of strange noises that disturbed the mind. Even Li Xian, who was wielding the spear, was affected by it and became agitated.
“Commander Li, this is a bell-shaped spear. We never move it. The bell at the end of the spear rings as soon as it is moved, and the ringing is irritating. There was a guard who once suffered a qi deviation from the sound of the bell because he heard it too much. His internal energy was in chaos, and he died suddenly a few days later.”
Ding Hu covered his ears and hurriedly tried to persuade him.
Li Xian gave a soft "oh" and put the gun back in its original position. "This gun was specially crafted by a martial arts master based on his own skills. That person must be quite strong, but he offended the lady, so he probably won't live to see the end."
The lady's ferocity has been further amplified.
...
Li Xian's narrow sword suddenly appeared.
Taking advantage of this opportunity, I changed my weapon. Although there were many weapons here, they were also scattered and disorganized.
After much searching, I finally found a suitable weapon.
It was a long sword, with a thin and long blade, single-edged, and black in color, seemingly made of black jasper mixed with fine steel.
The material is far superior to that of a guard's narrow knife.
Try swinging it a couple of times, unleashing the Great Luo Sword Technique. With each swing, its power increases significantly, and its weight is just right for my hand.
He then pocketed it.
Li Xian was in a great mood. He felt completely refreshed, having learned new martial arts, cleansed his appearance, and acquired a new weapon.
Their strength, circumstances, and future prospects are completely different.
"That may be true, but everything I have is a gift from Madam. If Madam wants to take it back, it only takes a word. I still need to work hard and one day, through my own efforts, create a new world for myself."
"At that time... I will be famous throughout the world, renowned in the martial arts world, and able to protect a region. I will establish a manor and start a business... Of course, if I can also have a beauty in my arms again, that would be even better."
Thinking of that scene, Li Xian couldn't help but yearn for it, feeling full of motivation, and returned to the courtyard to practice martial arts diligently.
(End of this chapter)
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